Finance Director, Global Software Solutions (GSS)

Finance Director, Global Software Solutions

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

Job Summary

Lead and oversee the Finance function for the global software segment, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial management and reporting across multiple states / countries and legal entities with varying regulatory environments. Challenge the status quo on management reporting to ensure financial statements attribute performance effectively and reflect the value provided by the business unit. Act as a strategic business partner and key member within the GSS leadership team with specific emphasis on supporting business unit general management to drive profitable growth, extract returns on investments made, and appraise further investment opportunities, organic and inorganic, across a wide geography. Play a key financial and strategic partnering role in the identification, appraisal, execution and integration of acquisition targets in line with capital allocation plans. Provide leadership and development to a small team fostering collaboration with finance counterparts in other segments, high performance, and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements, internal controls, and corporate governance standards, including SOX and other relevant frameworks. Act as a key driver in the continuing adoption and / or continuous improvement of financials systems and processes including but not limited to acquisitions.

What You Will Do

Lead the development, consolidation, and analysis of budgets, forecasts, and short and long-range plans (AOP, LRP), ensuring robust, accurate, and actionable financial objectives and investment plans. Analyze trends and results in the context of market and competitive data and internally agreed benchmarks; recommend and implement corrective actions to achieve financial goals and drive business results. Provide leadership and oversight to ensure financial reporting and controls are appropriate, based on GAAP and applicable Financial Corporate Accounting Policies (FICAP). Ensure accurate appraisal, interpretation, and analysis of financial results, providing clear justification and executive-level summaries of AOP, forecasts, R&O, and LRP. Collaborate closely with BU leadership and finance counterparts to gather insights, validate assumptions, and align financial strategies with operational plans. Partner with leadership on long-range strategies for software development and commercialization, including preparation of business cases and scenario analyses. Translate complex financial information into concise, high-level executive summaries and presentations for senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. Oversee M&A activities, including financial and operational due diligence, integration planning and post-merger implementation to ensure seamless value capture and alignment with strategic objectives. Monitor working capital, and software capitalization and the associated headcount investments, identifying any cost overruns and / or, delayed milestone achievements, recommending corrective action and performance improvements where appropriate. Oversee monthly reporting and including bridges and variance analysis. Lead and present monthly financial reviews (MOR, QBR), ensuring both detailed analysis and high-level executive takeaways are tailored based on the audience. Review, develop and partner on forecasts, capital investment, and business case proposals. Collaborate with finance and business senior leadership teams to translate strategic objectives into actionable financial plans and measurable outcomes. Lead the development and implementation of analytical tools and data to support revenue growth and margin improvement. Provide project support for cross-functional initiatives. Lead, coach, and develop staff, building bench-strength and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and financial discipline. Provide strategic direction, personal leadership and oversight to GSS Finance. Promote talent development and engagement through coaching and mentoring. Possess deep understanding of financial metrics yet be able to summarize and articulate key messages and recommendations for executive audiences. Facilitate effective cross-functional meetings, ensuring clarity, alignment, and timely follow-up on action items. Present complex data and insights in a clear, concise, and actionable format for decision-making at all levels.

What You Need To Succeed

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or another business-related major. 10+ years of finance / accounting experience. Proven experience managing teams, providing direction, and driving results through both direct reports and business partners. Strong leadership, presentation, and financial analysis skills; ability to explain and communicate financial results clearly for decision-making purposes. Demonstrated strategic thinking and ability to translate information into effective output to drive business performance. Demonstrated experience supporting or coordinating M&A processes, including conducting due diligence, financial analysis, and assisting with integration efforts to drive successful outcomes. Proven change leadership skills; demonstrated ability to proactively drive change to enhance business results. Ability to influence at senior levels and act as a trusted advisor and thought leader. Strong interpersonal skills; able to work cross-functionally and interact at all levels. Solid understanding of financial statements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) required. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Advanced computer (Excel, PowerPoint, HFM or related reporting systems) and financial analysis skills.

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a great place to grow your career if : You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there's plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, "this is your business, run with it". You're looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us. You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work! You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You'll Get from Us : Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you "be safe, be healthy". A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period Tuition Reimbursement Unlimited PTO Employee Discounts through Perks at Work Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can "serve others, not yourself" Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching

Apply Today! Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow's world a safer place! Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.